Why Cyprus is a popular destination for studying abroad

Speakers: •Constantinos Vassiliades

Cyprus Tourism Organisation•Athina Kyriakidou

Commissioner for Education•Yiota Kontoloucas

Director of Malvern House Cyprus•Dr Lee Chatfield

Rector of UCLAN Cyprus

CYPRUSCYPRUS

CYPRUS TOURISM ORGANISATION

www.visitcyprus.com

Location

EUROPEEUROPE

AFRICAAFRICA

Airports and main locations for Airports and main locations for C&IsC&Is

Larnaka Airport

PafosAirport

The Beauty of CyprusThe Beauty of CyprusCyprus is well known tourist destination and the choice of milliCyprus is well known tourist destination and the choice of millions of tourists ons of tourists

throughout the year. throughout the year.

•Beautiful and diverse scenery combined with traditional Cypriot hospitality•A large open-air museum where one can see evidence of its chequered past •Excellent weather with a variety of attractions and activities to experience

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Cyprus main featuresCyprus main features

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• Close proximity to the majority of EU countries, Russia and middle East

• Direct Flights to two airports (Larnaka and Pafos)

• Safe Destination

• An island with 365 days of sunshine

• Great beaches, awarded with Blue Flag and other European coastal awards

• Green Beaches – Environmentally friendly

• Highly developed road network

• Short distances between towns and places

• Friendly and hospitable people

• Enriched Tourist Product other than sun & sea, including history & culture such as gastronomy

(local and international cuisine & wines), sports including golf, shopping, entertainment/fun

opportunities for everyone.

• Hotel accommodation of all categories, from 5* hotels to hotel apartments and agro tourism

establishments.

Cyprus and Special ProductsCyprus and Special Products

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• Cyprus as an upmarket holiday destination promotes a tourism product that not only appeals to

sun & sea holiday makers.

• In recent years Cyprus has become a well reputable destination for special interest tourism

throughout the year.

• Learning English in Cyprus has become a favourite by a considerable number of students in

the past couple of years.

• This opportunity motivated professionals to seriously engage in this alternative business with

major efforts in further developing programs of a high level on existing professional education

grounds.

• Thus, today professionals, offer English Language Learning Opportunities in Cyprus through

numerous alternative courses of different lengths throughout the year.

• Cyprus provides the Learning English Tourist the opportunity to combine learning with

pleasure and to enrich their stay with the ‘add on’ experience.

The The ““Add OnAdd On”” ExperienceExperience

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Places to seePlaces to see•Sites of high historical and archaeological importance and value including the

UNESCO Heritage Sites (UNESCO Churches, Petra tou Romiou, Medieval Castles,

Nicosia walls, etc)

•Museums modern and historical

•Churches and Mosques of religious importance for Cyprus

•National Parks eg. Akamas, Kavo Gkreko

•Natural Treasures eg. Sea Caves, Waterfalls

•Vineyards and Wineries

•Traditional Villages and Architecture

The The ““Add OnAdd On”” ExperienceExperience• Pottery• Wine tasting• Basket weaving• Mosaic making• Byzantine icon painting• Cypriot cuisine classes• Snorkeling• Diving• Windsurfing/Kitesurfing• Nature Trail Walking and Hiking• Cycling• Mountain Biking• Golf

• Waterparks• Boat excursions• Canoeing• Shopping• Movies, Theaters and Concerts• Theme parks (Camel park, Pafos

Zoo, Donkey parks etc)• Entertainment Grounds/Facilities

eg. Modern clubs, Traditional Tavernas, Fish Taverns, Local and International Festivals

• Local markets run by village people (purchase of truly local products including souvenirs)

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CTO GOALS

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In light of the above the CTO Goal is:In light of the above the CTO Goal is:

•To establish Cyprus as one of the most well known Learning English Destinations.

•Within 2014 CTO will pursue advertisement & PR activities in major countries (Russia, Italy,

Ukraine, Germany etc.) to promote Cyprus as a Learning English Destination such as:

1) Online advertising campaigns showcasing Cyprus as a Learning Destination

2) Ad placements in magazines and websites,

3) Participation in major Learning tourism workshops and exhibitions,

4) Collaboration with the institutions for presentations abroad and in cooperation with

CTO offices overseas

5) Invitation of press/journalists to Cyprus

6) Familiarization trips with agents selling Cyprus

7) Co Actions with the English Learning School Association of Cyprus and Learning

associations overseas for best practices and for inter exchange of experiences.

10 reasons why Cyprus should be your Language Holiday Destination

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1. Safe Destination

2. Hub destination (connection with Europe, Middle & Far East)

3. Short distances within the island

4. English widely spoken

5. Tailor made English learning courses

6. Sunshine all year round/Prize Awarded beaches

7. High tech services

8. Enriched tourist product/experience for all age groups/segments

9. Entertainment/Fun/Tailored activities

10. Friendly & Hospitable locals

THANK YOU

Education in Cyprus

Learning English in Cyprus!Learning English in Cyprus!13

The British Connection• Britain governed Cyprus from 1878 to 1960• There is a huge number of British expatriates

permanently settled on the island. • Well over 50 % of tourists are British• As a result English is widely spoken throughout the

island

English in Cyprus

• English has been taught for over 50 years in schools and after school at institutes.

• Teachers are highly qualified. The majority hold a Masters in TESOL. The teaching force in Cyprus is exceptionally skilled and extremely specialised in teaching English to all levels.

• Quality Institutes are fully accredited by the Ministry of Education before they are granted a license.

English in Cyprus• English is a valued commodity and a necessary skill - vital for

business, communication and employment • English is compulsory from the age of 6 - many begin as early as 4• Level of English is very high in all levels of society• All 16 year olds aim to get an IGCSE in English Language (the

minimum entry to UK university• IELTS is also a popular exam and is required for government

employment (also required for University entrance to UK Canada and Australia)

• There are numerous private English secondary schools on the island some with boarding facilities.

• Strong tradition to send students to UK universities. Cyprus has the highest ratio of university graduates in Europe

• These students return to contribute to the development of Cyprus.

Studying in Cyprus –

Cyprus has become a popular destination for studying abroad

BECAUSE

The combination of high quality English language teaching and a safe learning environment that encourages

inspires and motivates provides the perfect blend.

Quality Control

To ensure quality in the provision of English tuition the association of ELSAC English Language Schools

Association of Cyprus) has been formed. Due to the organic growth of the industry and the

increasing number of schools that have emerged, the newly set up self regulating body ELSAC is committed to ensuring that all member schools aspire to ensure that students acquire the best possible learning experience

Member Schools

The founder schools are Malvern House Cyprus,

Xenion EducationPascal Summer camps.

All three schools are well established and have been providing a top quality service for many years.

You will find a wide range of educational products available:

• Junior English summer camps• Academic English summer camps

• Boarding schools• English programmes for children and adults

• Exam preparation • Vocational programmes

• Higher Education

ELT in CyprusWhether you’re a beginner or an advanced level student.Whether you want to learn English for study, for business

or for social reasons.Whether you’re planning to take IELTS or a pathway to

university, or attend university or Whether you just enjoy learning English for your own

benefit,

Has the right course for you!

In addition to our other courses, this year we have developed 3 top quality exciting programmes in

partnership with the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)

• Pre-Sessional English • University Taster Camp• IELTS exam preparation

Authentic learning

• Learning takes place in and out of the classroom• Visiting Speakers from the business world come to

speak to our students and give them a taste of using real English

• Our social programme provides further opportunities to practice English.

We have a reputation for delivering the right programmeto the right student by the right teacher

that is why our students return year after year

Malvern House Cyprus aims

• To be innovative with the best teaching resources• To provide highest standards of customer care• To make learning English enjoyable and varied in a

relaxed and friendly atmosphere• To ensure students have the best learning

experience

You will find us at stand number 1Please take time out of your busy

schedules to come and meet us

THANK YOUTHANK YOUSee you in Cyprus soon!See you in Cyprus soon!